Decoding Calcium: The OCT-Based Scoring Algorithm for PCI Planning

In this episode, we explore the OCT-based calcium scoring system — a powerful tool for assessing coronary calcium severity prior to PCI. We break down how this algorithm evaluates calcium thickness, arc, and length to guide lesion preparation strategies, improve stent expansion, and ultimately enhance patient outcomes. Tune in for a practical discussion on how this imaging-based approach is reshaping decision-making in the cath lab.